Abu Dhabi Regulator Prohibits Cryptocurrency Mining on Farms, Threatens Fines Up to $2,700

The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority in the UAE has issued a new advisory prohibiting the use of farms for cryptocurrency mining. The advisory explicitly states that farms cannot be repurposed for cryptocurrency mining, which authorities consider a “misuse of the farm for purposes other than its intended use. Farmers caught engaging in … Read more

Report: Russian Authorities Propose Steep Fines for Crypto Miners Operating in Residential Apartments

Russian authorities have reportedly proposed to impose hefty fines on suspected crypto miners operating from residential properties. Authorities may also consider including amendments to the Code of Administrative Offenses which imposes liability on those misusing electricity. Proposed Measures Aimed at Curbing Rising Power Outage Cases Authorities in Russia have signaled their intention to pursue private … Read more

Bitcoin Miner Riot Platforms Records Modest Revenue Gain Despite 36% Decrease in Mined BTC

Riot Platforms Inc., an integrated bitcoin mining company, reported revenues exceeding $79.3 million in the first quarter of 2024. The revenue increase was slight, rising from $73.2 million to $79.3 million. Remarkably, this was achieved even as Riot Platforms experienced a 36% decrease in the number of bitcoins mined, down to 1,364. Modest Growth Noted … Read more

Chinese Embassy Advises Citizens in Angola to Avoid Crypto Mining

The Chinese Embassy in Angola has cautioned its citizens residing in the African nation to refrain from mining cryptocurrencies, as this activity is now considered a criminal offense. The embassy has also urged its citizens to be vigilant of virtual currency schemes that exploit users’ aspirations for rapid wealth and assured returns. Violators of Angola’s … Read more